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I have had plantar fasciitis twice so you have my sympathy Hellogirl. It really hurts but the good news is it goes of it’s own accord but the bad news is it can take up to 18 months. So wear trainers, get some insoles and check online for exercises rolling tins and stretches on stairs,
It’s a buggeration! Merry Christmas ?

Hellogirl, thanks for the good wishes. I always think of yoor former name!

My MRI was nothing compared to the bigger picture. It was just confirm that my RA was causing stress fractures in my hip.

My husband had plantar fascitis, he tried everything and what resolved it, was acupuncture.
He is a total sceptic, regarding complimentary medicine, but totally changed his tune, when he was cured!

Urms, are you feeling nauseous? Metronizadole/Flagyl can
cause nausea. I am allergic to it and became very ill after being given it in error during an op. I steer well clear. I have never been so sick in my life.
The first time it happened, the doctor refused to believe, I hadn't been drinking alcohol whilst taking it! I hadn't!

Hello, Soop and lovely Kitchen people, I'm very late tonight, but I see a few night owls around. I've been watching TV, Scotland's Christmas Home of the Year, incredible variety of styles and tastes of decoration... and I've been knitting, I'm trying to finish a wee waistcoat to go in with DGS2 's Christmas.

Glad your scan went well Marydoll, good luck for Muse tomorrow. I hope Urms and Ena feel a wee bit better in time for Christmas. ? I saw GP 'face to face ' yesterday about my BP misbehaving, 200+ over 100+, I've to see her again on the 29th. I'm so thankful ? to be able to see a doctor, it's been a bit worrying.

Hellogirl, my sympathies, I have suffered from P.F. in the past. If I feel it is threatening to return, I do some stretching exercises, eg stand the balls of your feet on the bottom stair, gently lower your heels down, repeat 5 times regularly. And/or, sit upright on your bed with legs outstretched, place your dressing gown belt under the arch of your foot and pull firmly towards you, keeping leg straight. I found this helpful, also I ordered insoles with arch supports.

TOYA, especially those with illness, worries or sorrow, be gentle with yourselves. NNGB.

Grandmabatty these elderly mums keep us on our toes, don’t they? My 94yo mum (still lives independently in her own home) called me recently. She said that her new glasses had arrived and launched into great detail about them. I said that I had to go out and couldn’t talk but I’d see them the next day when I visited. She replied ‘But I’m wearing them now!

Too many other posts to reply, plus I need to get some sleep. We’ve had a long journey today from NE Scotland to Yorkshire but I’m thrilled to be here to celebrate Christmas with my youngest dd!

Take care, everyone. Xx

Grey and cold here but have big plans to make mince pies for the family coming tomorrow and possibly at least tidying up the oven - may of course upset the slowly recovering back but the oven does look less than hygienic so we’ll see. Propose to give DH and the nursing home a miss but may be guilt tripped into going.

Lots of journeying on this morning’s thread so hope it all goes smoothly and safely. Another odd Christmas but better than last year I think. Hope the various medical issues are properly dealt with.

Safe journey SueD and enjoy Christmas with your DD! ???
grannysomerset you do everything you possibly can for your DH, try not to feel guilty if you give your visit a miss today - look after yourself too ?

DH got me to come on here to cheer me up but it doesnt it has turned me in to a moaning minnie. I have told him I'm not doing it anymore because I dont fit in and I dont like me on here. Seeing how nice most people are has made me cry alot and made me even more down in the dumps so I dont want to do it anymore. I am going to ask him to take me off here.
Ena

Ena, I have replied to your post on the Good Morning thread. Please have a look.

Thank you for all Plantar Fasciitis advice. Unfortunately, the insole and trainer advice I can`t use, as my feet are still very swollen from my bad fall last year, and I can`t wear anything but my sandals with velcro fastenings, and then only just. I walk (stagger!) around the house barefoot.
15 of us were going out on Christmas Eve for a meal. My son has just rung to say that my niece has been in touch to cancel for her and her son as he`s been rushed into hospital. Can`t find anything else out yet, so hoping he`ll be alright, h`s 25 and has cerebral palsy, but has coped brilliantly so far.

Ena, Marydoll has written you a lovely supportive post on the GM thread encouraging you to stay and chat.
I am sorry your feel so down. Long term health issues drain our bodies resources and when you’re feeling ill it’s hard to get enthusiastic about anything.
Please stay. You don’t need to be funny. There are many on this thread and GN as a whole who have had terrible tragedies and troubles to cope with alongside those who have joy of new babies happy times. All are welcome here and you do fit in and will find it easier to be part of things the longer you stay.
If it would be of any help, please have a look at the Black Dog thread where you will find others who find life hard at times.
Don’t give up on us yet please.

Ena please stay, don’t delete your membership. Gransnet can be incredibly supportive in difficult times.
Have you spoken to your doctor about how you feel? If you’re very down in the dumps you could possibly be suffering from depression and your doctor can help. I’m not a doctor so can’t diagnose, but I have suffered from depression. It’s horrible.
Doodle suggests the Black Dog thread which you may find helpful.

Ena many of us want you to stay. We all have different lives and lots are struggling with health or other problems.
Here is somewhere you can share bad and good times. There is always someone to listen and advise.

hellogirl sorry to hear about that worrying news, I hope he’s out of hospital and feeling much better soon
Ena I’d just like to agree with all the other posts, please stay with us and don’t leave because you feel you don’t ‘fit in’ we’re all very different but support each other through life’s up and downs and everyone is always welcome to post whatever their circumstances

Marydoll

^giein' it laldy^, I haven't heard that expression in years! Reminds me of my mother!

I got it from my mother too, and it’s definitely the best description of my aunt’s approach to life

Ena I once felt that I did nothing but moan in this thread, when I was going through some tough times. Everyone reassured me that if moaning was what was needed then they were here for me. Also, they were all kind enough to say that I didn’t moan as much as I thought. I’m interested to know how you’re getting on and if we can help with any useful information, or a listening ear. Please persevere with us

Good afternoon dear kitcheners - I've been absent for a couple of days and I'm sure I'll soon meet myself coming back ??. Ena don't be thinking of going anywhere - the kitchen is exactly where you are welcome and can be yourself ?. I hope everyone is well and enjoys the rest of their Thursday. TOYA

Calling, Ena to sit with me in the quiet corner with a warm mince pie (bought, I hasten to add, but delicious with it.)
Darling lady, it's not all laughter and silly shenanigans in our kitchen. Life is not like that. The kitchen is for the sharing of moans and groans and buggerations galore. You have been a kind and supportive virtual friend to me, and others. Please reconsider. Please know that you are valued. Every one of us has something to give another. We need you here with us lot. Share with me in a private message, if you prefer. You are NOT alone.

Hellogran We are concerned for your niece and the urgent admission to hospital of her son. Worrying times. Share with us if it helps.

Tesco for eight o'clock this morning, then a visitor at half nine, then delivered presents at half ten. Home and put Christmas bedding on my bed and spare bed for ds. Finished wrapping everything. Did the stockings and organised gifts into family piles. I'm now lying on the couch watching 'Its a Wonderful Life.' I'm definitely feeling the effects of the booster and flu vaccinations today but they will pass. Ena I hope you feel better soon. To all kitcheners, we are nearly there.

It has been a day for doing a few outstanding jobs and wrapping a few gifts to take to the home of good friends tomorrow. We decided not to buy each other a gift this year. We have all that need. It will be a simple gathering of we two. Hoping that the family will speak on the phone. Looking forward to the time when, all things being well and properly fixed, we shall be able to meet with the great grandchildren, two of which, we only have photographs. We are no alone. There are many others who cannot visit loved ones. It is a fact of life. We must deal with it.
PLEASE may the letter from the hospital arrive either tomorrow or soon after the holiday. We know that we'll be having an appointment with the surgeon in January but the letter will confirm the exact cost of the surgery. Not the surgeon's decision. Totally in the hands of BMI admin department. No doubt they are all rushing around in order to have a day or so away from the desk. It's only fair. Patience continues to be re-affirmed with each new day.

Leaving you with a photo of Willow. It was shared with us today.

Take good care of yourselves. And, Ena, I hope to share a seat in the quiet corner with you tomorrow. Please.

What a beautiful baby Willow is soop just really scrumptious! I love those pictures where the baby holds a card or picture with their age on, it’s really cute. Your Christmas with dear Mr Soop sounds perfect, just you two so you can spoil each other and plan a much better year ahead
Phew a busy day grandmabatty I hope you’ve got your feet up now and relaxing
I’ve been out most of the day sorting out last minute bits of shopping but it’s all done now so I can stay in tomorrow. DD2 was so happy this morning as DGD’s PCR test result came through negative. She’s still got something as she’s not 100% but at least they can stop isolating as a family and get out and about. And it means I can still see them all tomorrow as planned
I’ve replenished the mince pies and topped up the drinks so I’m going to settle in the corner of the kitchen for a while
TOYA

A gorgeous baby Soop. No rest for the wicked Brook. I have to go back to Tesco in a while. Tomorrow will also be busy but I aim to be sitting down for Carols at Kings. Back tomorrow kitcheners.

Beautiful baby dear soop

Just starting to cook dinner (chicken kievs curtesy of M &’S tonight #lazy Gran)

Have a good Christmas Eve Eve dear friends ??????

Last wrapping done, presents delivered/swopped with DS and his GF. MrJ is cooking spuds for cottage pie topping. I love this person, DD and GC’s will be here tomorrow. Antibees working on tooth, I’ve a blocked up ear, a minor inconveniences.
Enjoy your evening (it’s exciting, two sleeps!) ??x

Well hello everyone. 24 hours of childcare done and we have collapsed with coffee!
Baking to be done tomorrow and the last of the wrapping. Enjoy your Christmas Eves everyone tomorrow.